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CLASSIFICATION

  • B1:
    Judoka in B1 are either blind or have very low visual acuity such that the athlete cannot recognize the letter “E” measuring 15 cm x 15 cm from a distance of 25 cm.
  • B2:
    Athletes in the B2 sport class have a higher visual acuity than those in the B1 class, but are unable to recognize the letter “E” from a distance of 4 metres. As well, athletes with a visual field of less than 10 degrees diameter are eligible for this class.
  • B3:
    The B3 sport class describes the least severe visual impairment eligible for judo with athletes having either a restricted visual field of less than 40 degrees diameter or low visual acuity.

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WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL
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BOCCIA
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FOOTBALL 5 - A - SIDE
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FOOTBALL 7 - A -SIDE
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GOALBALL
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JUDO
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PARA ATHLETICS
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PARA BADMINTON
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PARA-CYCLING TRACK
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PARA-CYCLING ROAD
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PARA SWIMMING
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PARA POWERLIFTING
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PARA TAEKWONDO
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PARA TABLE TENNIS
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SHOOTING PARA SPORT
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WHEELCHAIR RUGBY
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WHEELCHAIR TENNIS
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SITTING VOLLEYBALL

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OVERVIEW

The competition takes place on a tatami or mat, and competitors are known as Judokas. There will be thirteen weight categories: seven for men and six for women. It is played by athletes with visual impairment. Unlike conventional judo, Para athletes always hold on to each other at the beginning of a bout. The aim is to score an “ippon” (the highest score). It is scored by throwing the opponent on the back with height, force and control, and on the ground, it is obtained when the opponent is held under control or surrenders after applying an effective arm bar or stranglehold for 20”. Contests last four minutes.

HISTORY

This sport originated from Japan. It was invented by Jigoro Kano in 1982. It first appeared at the Rio 2007 Parapan American Games.

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